Chapter 26- Illegal Drugs Key terms Substance Abuse Illegal Drugs Illicit Drug Use Gateway Drugs Overdose Stimulants Depressants

Terms, cont. Narcotics Inhalants Designer Drugs Look-alike Drugs

Substance Abuse Substance abuse is a _______-______ behavior that includes misusing legal drugs or using illegal drugs or other chemicals. Trends in teen drug use: Teens in the U.S. are now using drugs at a ____________ age than ever before. In 1998, nearly _____ percent of Americans age 12 and up used drugs. High-risk Younger 11

Why do people begin using drugs?? Look at page 576 in the book….. Do you agree? Why do you think people start using drugs?

Dangers of Substance Abuse 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) ***Those are just a few of the dangers! Troubles with the law Contracting diseases Death Loss of family and friends

Consequences of Substance Abuse Tolerance- Physiological Dependence- Withdrawal- Psychological Dependence- Tolerance- needing more and more of the drug to get the same effects, and eventually needing it just to function. Physiological Dependence- The body develops a chemical need for a drug. Withdrawal- occurs when a person stops using a drug on which he or she is physiological dependent; symptoms include nervousness, insomnia, severe nausea, headaches, vomiting, chills, cramps, and maybe death. Psychological Dependence- a person believes a drug is needed in order to feel good or to function normally.

Consequences, cont. Addiction- Addiction- involves physiological and psychological dependence on a drug.

Types of Psychoactive Drugs 4 main groups 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) Stimulants Depressants Narcotics Hallucinogens

Stimulants Definition: Commonly abused stimulants are: 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) Definition: drugs that speed up the central nervous system Amphetamines Methamphetamines Cocaine Nicotine

Depressants Definition: Common Depressants 1.) 2.) 3.) Definition: also known as sedatives; drugs that tend to slow down the central nervous system 1.)Barbiturates 2.)Tranquilizers 3.)Methaqualone

Narcotics Definition: Common Types of Narcotics: 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) Definition: drugs derived from the opium plant that have a sedative effect. 1.)Opium 2.)Morphine 3.)Heroin 4.)Codeine

Hallucinogens Definition: Common Hallucinogens: 1.) 2.) 3.) Definition: drugs that alter moods, thoughts, and sense perceptions, including vision, hearing, smell, and touch. 1.)PCP 2.)LSD 3.)Mescaline

Steroids Steroids are synthetic derivatives of the male hormone testosterone. Risk factors include: 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) Many, many more! High blood pressure Acne Baldness Heart disease

Cannabis Derivatives Marijuana Definition: Harmful effects: 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) 5.) 6.) Definition: Cannabis that is smoked, eaten, or drunk for intoxicating effects. 1.)Alters senses, coordination, and reaction time 2.) Lower body temperature, but increased heart rate and blood pressure 3.) Interruption of the ability to make good, healthful decisions 4.) Damage to the lungs and respiratory system 5.)Lower immune function 6.)Decreased sperm production in males

Designer Drugs Common Designer Drug: 1.) Ecstasy, or MDMA

How can you stay drug free? Look at page 592 in the book….. What do you think? How can you stay drug free?

A message from Mrs. Chambers PLEASE, PLEASE make good choices! Don’t forget to be strong and resist peer pressure…… Be the person you want to be, not the person other people want you to be! I miss you all!! :)

Conclusion Substance Abuse Stimulants Depressants Narcotics Hallucinogens How to choose a drug-free life….